Countdown to Christmas with a Unique Advent Calendar
As Christmas draws near, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about picking up an Advent calendar. Here’s a unique one that has caught our attention and comes highly recommended by our editorial team.
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The holiday season is quickly approaching! For beauty enthusiasts, one tradition that’s not to be missed is the Advent calendar. These calendars often pack a host of delightful surprises at a great value. Whether you’re into makeup, fragrances, skincare, or a mix of all, there’s something out there for everyone. As a beauty journalist, I’ve had the chance to try out numerous options for 2024, and a few really stand out from the crowd. When shopping for an Advent calendar, it’s crucial to choose one that offers substantial value, featuring a number of full-sized products and brands that you love. After discussing the most cost-effective calendar on the market (which pays for itself in just two days), let’s talk about the most original one. What’s to love? It includes traditional cosmetics and even features a spa treatment.
Introduced by a renowned French perfumery chain, this calendar boasts a selection of products from prestigious brands such as Augustinus Bader, Lancôme, Christophe Robin, Wella, and Rituals. Quite the lineup! This year, Marionnaud has really raised the bar with its 25 Wonders of Christmas Advent Calendar. Beyond haircare and skincare products, lip treatments, and makeup, it also includes items from Skin.Système, a brand launched by the perfumery giant itself. As mentioned earlier, Marionnaud has gone a step further by incorporating a voucher for a treatment at their beauty institutes—a first for an Advent calendar! This voucher is good for the Intense Look protocol. During this 15-minute session, a skilled practitioner focuses on the eye contour area to rejuvenate and reduce puffiness. It’s perfect for those plagued by bags and dark circles!
Of course, this Marionnaud Advent calendar does come at a price: €89.99 for products valued at €401. An additional perk? The beautifully designed gift-shaped box, which you can reuse to store items or to wrap a loved one’s gift before placing it under the Christmas tree.
